England back row Marlie Packer says defence coach Shaun Edwards' surprise move into the Red Roses set-up was partly inspired by his late mother Phyllis.

BBC Sport Wales looks at the prospects for Cardiff, Dragons, Ospreys and Scarlets in the 2026-27 United Rugby Championship season.

Tonga hooker Samiuela Moli reflects on the path - via vineyards, building sites and the collapse of his former club - that has led him to a fresh start at Leicester Tigers.

Scrum-half Seren Lockwood is out of Wales' second WXV Test, against USA, after failing a head injury assessment.

Head coach Dan McFarland is excited to have the backing of Newcastle Red Bulls' owners as he tries to fuse a new team together in the Prem this season.

Harlequins head Jason Gilmore says the club will get back on track in the 2026-27 campaign.

Immanuel Feyi-Waboso could be one of England's stars at next summer's World Cup if he can keep fit this season, says Exeter boss Rob Baxter.

Henry Pollock turned down rival offers worth much more than his Northampton extension, which will earn him over £400,000 a year, says adviser Eddie Hearn.

Wales captains Dewi Lake and Jac Morgan prepare to make their Prem debuts for Gloucester after moving from Ospreys.

Scarlets director of rugby Nigel Davies says talk about the organisation's long-term future has galvanised his squad before the new season starts this weekend.

Henry Pollock has brought an end to his contract stand-off with Northampton, saying it was ultimately "a very easy decision" to sign an extension.

Who will be champions? Ashy, Danny and Chris preview the new Prem season.